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Apr 2, 2026 1 hr 3 min

Vision Without Execution Is Useless (Pat Lencioni Explains)

from Couple Things with Shawn and Andrew Hosted by Shawn Johnson + Andrew East

Everyone tends to fall into one of two patterns: thinking or doing. In this conversation, Pat Lencioni explores the tension between visionaries and doers and why some people generate ideas but struggle to act, while others execute but lack direction. More importantly, he breaks down why real progress requires both. This isn’t just about business, but it’s about how we all approach work, goals, and life. Why do we get stuck even when we know what to do? And what actually helps us move forward? We hope you enjoy this one with Pat Lencioni and make sure to check out his books! https://www.tablegroup.com/books/?srsltid=AfmBOoq_hAIT4OVa4oGBoXJHizwaLBpo1AsOUUpZoqb64_xYdXSSvKRT (00:00:00) meet pat (00:01:30) how the working genius has changed the way we see ourselves and what they mean (00:08:13) what are the different “genius” (00:18:30) couples navigating their genius (00:23:00) it’s okay to suck at something (00:24:55) being comfortable with the uncomfortable (00:28:30) how the working genius can be applied so quickly (00:30:20) are there patterns with the working genius and different careers? (00:33:45) the human part of business (00:39:45) confidence vs arrogance vs humility (00:43:15) how you are in work vs at home and balancing the two (00:50:40) navigating finding your family’s core values (01:00:00) this is not about virtue

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